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Warriors Plus Minus: A show about the Golden State Warriors

The Athletic

Warriors Plus Minus is the definitive weekly podcast on the Golden State Warriors, hosted by Tim Kawakami, Marcus Thompson, and Nick Friedell.

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United States

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The Athletic

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Warriors Plus Minus is the definitive weekly podcast on the Golden State Warriors, hosted by Tim Kawakami, Marcus Thompson, and Nick Friedell.

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English


Episodes
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Warriors’ Season is Over, But Was That The End?

4/18/2026
The sentimentality of Steve Kerr after the Warriors were beaten by Phoenix underscored the looming end of an era. Marcus Thompson, Tim Kawakami and Nick Friedell discuss what change would look like — beginning with Kerr, who does not have a contract for next season — and the chances of significant changes at all. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:54:10

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The Old Steph Curry, Draymond Green Was Back

4/16/2026
Marcus Thompson and Nick Friedell discuss the thrilling fourth-quarter rally in which the Warriors showed a glimpse of why they still believe. Golden State upset the host Clippers and advanced to face Phoenix in the Play-In Tournament. Curry came alive in the second half, Green shut down Kawhi Leonard in the fourth quarter and several support cast members showed up. We cover them all. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:38:32

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Here Comes the Play-In vs. the Clippers

4/13/2026
Marcus, Tim and Nick Friedell discuss the Warriors' regular-season-ending loss in LA and set up Wednesday's play-in against the Clippers. Does this game really matter for the Warriors? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:51:35

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A Conversation with Draymond Green | From 'The TK Show'

4/7/2026
Tim and Draymond Green discuss Steph Curry's impending return, what's possible the rest of this season, and what Draymond and the Warriors' future might look like. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:47:53

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Yeah, Steph Curry Is Back

4/6/2026
Tim and The Athletic's Nick Friedell discuss Stephen Curry's explosive return to action in a 1-point loss to Houson and how everything seemed changed for the Warriors with the play-in tournament coming up. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:25:33

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Steph Curry's Pregame Workout Latest Step in Return

4/2/2026
With the Chase Center fans watching, Steph Curry — who finally completed five-on-five action in practice — went through his full pregame warmup. The intense workout is the latest step in his return, expected on Sunday. If he does return, that's four games he'll get before the play-in. Marcus Thompson, Tim Kawakami and The Athletic's Warriors insider Nick Friedell discuss what Curry's return means for this season and next. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:25:35

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Should Steph Curry Bother Returning?

3/30/2026
Marcus Thompson and special guest Zena Keita discuss the pros and cons of Curry returning at all this season. Plus, how that return impacts Brandin Podziemski. And we can't let the former Santa Cruz Warriors reporter go without talking about the career arc of Gui Santos. Somehow, WNBA legend Elena Delle Donne and Andre 3000 wind up in the conversation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:57:33

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Curry's Countdown & the Kawhi/LeBron Options

3/28/2026
Tim and Nick Friedell discuss the very real possibility that Stephen Curry will remain out for the rest of the season and how that sets up next season as all or nothing. Which means: The Warriors should go after Kawhi Leonard or LeBron James. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:38:46

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Porzingis Goes Big, Curry Return Coming?

3/17/2026
Marcus, Tim and Nick Friedell discuss Kristaps Porzingis' 30-point night in the Warriors' victory over Washington, Jimmy Butler's visit and what the optimal result would be from a Stephen Curry return in the next week or so. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:50:08

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Bad Losses, What Now?

3/11/2026
Tim Kawakami and Nick Friedell discuss the Warriors' OT loss to the Bulls right after a dismal defeat in Utah. What can they expect from Kristaps Porzingis, Brandin Podziemski and De'Anthony Melton down the stretch? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:31:02

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A Conversation with Mike Dunleavy | From 'The TK Show'

3/4/2026
Tim talks with Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy about the team's current slide without Stephen Curry, the trade for Kristaps Porzingis and what's still possible this season. Also, thoughts on Steve Kerr and Draymond Green's futures with the Warriors. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:29:01

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The Porzingis/Kuminga Discourse

3/3/2026
Tim and Nick Friedell discuss the Warriors’ deepening injury issues and the inevitable play-in conclusion. Also, why the Kristaps Porzingis/Jonathan Kuminga trade is looking bad early. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:34:11

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No Tanking, Gui Santos Levelling Up

2/25/2026
Tim and Nick Friedell discuss the Warriors' victory over tanking Memphis on Wednesday and how Gui Santos is establishing himself as a rotation NBA player. Also: Jonathan Kuminga's fast start in Atlanta. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:37:57

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Sound File: Joe Lacob Interview | From the "TK Show"

2/21/2026
Tim talks with Warriors owner Joe Lacob about the Kristaps Porzingis-Jonathan Kuminga trade, why the Warriors won't tank, Steve Kerr's contract and realistic goals for this season and beyond. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:21:05

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Porzingis Debuts, Curry Still Out

2/20/2026
Tim and Nick Friedell discuss Kristaps Porzingis' up-and-down Warrior debut in a loss to Boston and how he might fit short- and long-term with this team. Also, what Steph Curry's prolonged absence means. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:20:46

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Porzingis Possibilities, Dunleavy Fallout

2/10/2026
Tim and Nick Friedell discuss what Kristaps Porzingis might bring to the Warriors and analyze Mike Dunleavy’s recent tense presser. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:33:35

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No Giannis, Kuminga Moved -- What Now?

2/5/2026
Tim and Nick Friedell discuss the Warriors moving Jonathan Kuminga for Kristaps Porzingis but not being able to pull off a deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo or any other headliner. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:44:34

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Draymond's Last Game?

2/4/2026
Tim and Nick Friedell discuss the tense atmosphere around the Warriors leading up to Thursday's trade deadline and Draymond Green's acceptance that he might be included in any deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:30:45

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A Conversation About the Warriors With Ethan Strauss | From 'The TK Show'

1/30/2026
Tim talks with acclaimed sports and social commentator Ethan Strauss about Giannis Antetokounmpo's future and the Warriors' run. Subscribe to "The TK Show" podcast feed for more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:17:51

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Co-Favorites to Land Giannis?

1/29/2026
Tim, Marcus and Nick Friedell discuss the Warriors' dramatic pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo and how it might all come down to next week. How did the Warriors get into this prime position? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:00:10